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Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017

Today in the News Media

Today in the News Media is a synopsis of some of the most prominent coverage of OSU people and programs. Inclusion of any item constitutes neither an endorsement nor a critique, but rather is intended only to make the OSU community aware of significant items in the media.

“Open-ocean aquaculture is still a young and mostly unregulated industry that isn’t necessarily environmentally sound, but aquaculture also is the fastest growing food sector globally,” said James Watson, an Oregon State University environmental scientist and co-author on the study. “One important step before developing such an industry is to assess whether such operations will succeed under warming conditions. (see also Maritime Executive)

“We’ve long known that microbes convert the carbon into CO2, but previous attempts to replicate the Arctic system in laboratory settings have failed,” noted Byron Crump, an Oregon State University biogeochemist and co-author on the study. “As it turns out, that is because the laboratory experiments did not include a very important element – sunlight.

Oregon State University biologist John Chapman can remember the exact moment his scientific world was turned upside down. It was June 5, 2012, and he was standing on Agate Beach, just 5 miles from his Newport home, staring at a large dock that had washed ashore.

“The real hope is that we have a thriving fishery that has fewer impacts on albatrosses and other sea birds and that we have options and tools for fishermen to use that are practical and help them fish better,” said Amanda Gladics, lead author of the study and a coastal fisheries specialist based in Astoria with Oregon State University’s Oregon Sea Grant program.

“We’ve got this really amazing endowment of bees in the state. How do we keep it at the level that it currently is,” said Andony Melathopoulos, an entomologist with Oregon State University’s Extension Service. Melathopoulos works closely with bees, and develops materials for the agriculture community about responsible pesticide use.

The center is a collaboration between Transition Projects, the OHSU schools of medicine, nursing and dentistry; the Oregon State University-OHSU College of Pharmacy;and the Portland State University/OHSU School of Public Health.

Researchers at Oregon State University have been working on what could lead to the development of gene therapies for those born deaf. Mutations in a protein called otoferlin, which binds to calcium receptors in the sensory hair cells of the inner ear, can be directly linked to hearing loss.

Li received the 2017 Golden Goose Award during a recent ceremony in Washington, D.C. The award recognizes research that benefits society. The wood chemist’s innovation has been adopted by about 60 percent of the plywood and veneer industry.

Trischka’s appearance is the first in Oregon State University’s College of Liberal Arts’ new “American Strings Series,” which celebrates America’s love for stringed instruments and roots music.

Today

Survivor Advocacy and Resource Center Two Year Anniversary: The Survivor Advocacy and Resource Center (SARC) will be tabling in the MU Quad on Thursday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Stop by to enjoy some free treats and to learn about what we have been up to these last two years, as well as our plans for the future. To learn more about SARC, please visit http://studenthealth.oregonstate.edu/sarc

Global Opportunities Fair: Interested in study abroad opportunities? Students studying “Out There” starts at the Global Opportunities Fair! On Thursday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Experience Center Plaza, students can learn more about the 100+ study and internship abroad programs in 70+ countries available through OSU. Hosted by the Office of Global Opportunities, this fair will feature information about the places and programs around the globe that are practical, affordable and possible for OSU students!

Academic Technology webinar: Quizzes and Surveys in Canvas Join Tasha Biesinger on Thursday, Oct. 5 at 10 a.m. to learn about basic quiz and survey settings, and potential pitfalls in Canvas. Register for information on joining this free 30 minute webinar, or discover other webinars. Questions? Email us at Canvas@oregonstate.edu

TRIAD: At the Oct. 5 meeting of TRIAD, OSU’s faculty and staff club, Bryan Tilt, Anthropology, will give a presentation titled “China’s Environmental Challenges in the 21st Century”. The meeting will begin at noon in Room 211 in the MU. The public is welcome to attend free of charge. An optional catered lunch is available for $13. Contact Jeannine Cropley, Jeannine.cropley@cgrb.oregonstate.edu to reserve a lunch or to secure your spot

Queer History Month BBQ: Thursday, Oct. 5 from 4-6 p.m. at the Pride Center. Kick off Queer History Month at the Pride Center’s BBQ social! There will be free grilled food with vegan and gluten free options. Enjoy food and mingling, tour the center, play lawn games or board games, and more! Volunteers are welcomed and encouraged to help out with BBQ food prep – sign up here. To request accommodations related to a disability, please email Pride.Center@oregonstate.edu or call (541) 737-9161.

Living on the Land – Land Stewardship Planning, Soils & Water Resources: Learn the basics of planning for natural resource management, including soil health and water rights. The first in a five class workshop series for small acreage landowners and those new to managing land. Thursday, Oct. 5, 6 p.m., – 8 p.m.. Walterville Grange 39259 Camp Creek Road, Springfield. $10/Class, $30 for series or $35 for 2 Farm Partners. Registration Required

OSU Disability Network. Join a group of OSU community members interested in discussing Disability Studies teaching and research, in general, and the development of a DS curriculum at OSU, in particular. Our first event of the term will be a film screening of Deej. OSU student, autistic self-advocates will participate in a discussion after the film. Thursday, Oct. 5, 7 p.m. Milam 319. This event is free and open to the public. *Please note this event is fragrance free.

Upcoming Events

NEW! Science Success Center Open for Business: Join us for the grand opening of our Science Success Center in the College of Science that offers an inclusive science resource center where students and faculty can make connections to enhance their lives academically, socially, professionally, and personally. The Open House is Monday, Oct. 9, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Kidder Hall, room 109.

NEW! Homecoming Showcase: OSU150 kicked off with the first festival this summer and there’s much more to come! Join us next for the Homecoming Showcase, Friday, Oct. 13 from 1 – 6 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the lobby of Gill Coliseum. Explore history, as well as what colleges are up to. Pick up a copy of “A School for the People – a photographic history of Oregon State University” and “The People’s School: A history of Oregon State University” from OSU Press, explore the Oral History Project and get earn your chocolate coin from the OSU150 table. Learn more at OSU150.org

NEW! Get your flu vaccine and help us build herd immunity at OSU. Faculty, staff and students are eligible! Bring your ID and insurance card and wear short sleeves if possible. Many insurance plans are accepted. Cash price is $30. All flu clinics will be held in the MU Journey Room from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. on the following dates: Thurs., Oct. 19; Wed., Oct. 25; and Tues., Nov. 7. Protect the Herd! Get your flu shot. Sponsored by PEBB.

OSUsed Store Public Sales: The OSUsed Store is open for its weekly public sales Tuesday 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Friday noon to 3 p.m. at 644 SW 13th. Personal purchases must be made during public sales. Staff may shop for their department 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. More information on our website.

Faculty/Staff Friday: Oregon State Volleyball returns to Gill Coliseum for the first time in five weeks this Friday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. Faculty and staff receives $5 tickets with a valid OSU ID.

USMC Jazz Orchestra: The OSU School of Arts and Communication welcomes the top jazz ensemble from the U.S. Marine Corps in a rare visit to the Pacific Northwest. Big Band favorites, cutting edge jazz and more! Friday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. in the Memorial Union Lounge, 2501 SW Jefferson Way. Free.

Lectures, Workshops, Webinars

NEW! Creating an Inclusive Graduate Student Culture: Esters and Knobloch, Purdue University, will address the challenges and barriers associated with developing an institutional culture using learner-centered strategies that support graduate students. They will discuss viable strategies and best practices to shift the culture that focus on inclusive and institutional mentoring. Monday, Oct. 9, 10-11:30 a.m., Memorial Union 206. Learn more at http://calendar.oregonstate.edu/event/129713/.

NEW! Department of Integrative Biology Seminar: Eli Meyer, Assistant Professor, Oregon State University will present a seminar, “Can Corals Adapt to Ocean Warming? What Will it Take to Answer that Question?” on Monday, Oct. 9 at 3:30 p.m. The seminar will be held in ALS 4001. It is free and open to the public.

NEW! Degrowth: Subversive Subjectivities and the Transformation of the Social Imaginary: Barbara Muraca, assistant professor of philosophy at OSU, will discuss how a constellation of global social movements and collective practices are challenging the pervasive logic of economic growth. Muraca is a research fellow at the OSU Center for the Humanities and will research sustainable futures this winter as a visiting scholar at the University of Hamburg. Monday, Oct. 9, 4 p.m., Autzen House, 811 SW Jefferson.

NEW! BABy@OSU – Back After Baby: A workshop and networking opportunity for parents returning from bonding leave hosted by the Office of Work Life & The Family Resource Center. Learn more about support for families at OSU, connect with other parents, and hear from presenters. Free lunch! Spouses/partners and babies welcome too! 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 11 at Avery Lodge. Register at www.orst.edu/training

OSU Anthropology Lecture Series: Quentin Mackie, associate professor of Anthropology at the University of Victoria, will give a lecture titled, “Recent Archaeological Research on Ancient Coastlines of British Columbia.” Mackie will speak on Oct. 6 from noon to 12:50 p.m. in Waldo Hall Room 201A. This event is part of the Anthropology Program’s “Tan Sack” Lecture Series. Questions? Contact: drew.gerkey@oregonstate.edu

Ecology and Conservation of Biodiversity Seminar: Amanda Rodewald, director of Conservation Science at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, will speak on “Altered species interactions in cities and the role of anthropogenic inputs” on Friday Oct. 6, at 3-4 p.m., in LINC 302.

ITERATE: a workshop for potential entrepreneurs – The OSU Advantage Accelerator is now accepting applications for its upcomingIterate program, which begins Oct. 24. OSU students, faculty, staff and community members are all welcome to apply. The no-cost program includes four two-hour workshops that guide participants in evaluating and developing their entrepreneurial ideas. Click here to find additional information and apply.

OSU Supplier Showcase, Event and Travel Planner Expo:The OSU Merchant Expo/Supplier Showcase and the Event & Travel Planners Tradeshow is now the OSU Supplier Showcase, Event and Travel Planner Expo. Brought to you by Procurement, Contracts and Materials Management (PCMM) and University Conference Services (CS). The goal for the event is to connect OSU staff in the market for goods, services, and event and travel planners with suppliers interested in doing business with OSU. Oct. 12, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., CH2M Hill Alumni Center and The LaSells Stewart Center. Go online to find out more and let us know if you will be attending:https://osuexpo.org/

Take Note

Notice of Availability: Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (click here) in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Included in this report are the university’s current security policies plus crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report is available at the Office of Human Resources, 204 Kerr Administration Building, Corvallis Campus.

OSU Employees and dependents attending OSU: Staff Fee Privilege (Tuition Discount): Deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 17, to submit the application for employees or family members attending OSU during Fall 2017. Applications are to be submitted to your HR business center. For additional information, please visit: hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/staff-fee-privileges-tuition-reduction

Eat Free at OSU: The Human Services Resource Center (HSRC) has created a Twitter feed to help students get involved on campus, and also highlight opportunities for free food available during events. For more information, visit: https://twitter.com/eatfreeOSU

Puerto Rico Agriculture Donations: The College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking donations for Puerto Rico. Forty percent of PR agriculture has been lost due to hurricane Irma, and the remaining by hurricane Maria. Our Ag partner K-12 schools and our University colleagues are in need of agriculture curriculum, and classroom supplies to help rebuild their ag classrooms and school gardens. Items requested include: seeds, gloves, garden/greenhouse supplies, books, classroom supplies including markers, scissors, ag curriculum as well as gift cards from Wal-Mart and Home Depot. Donations are accepted in Strand Agricultural Hall-STAG 147, or any of the brightly decorated donation boxes around campus, until Oct. 13, OSU MANRRS and SACNAS Chapter students will be assisting with boxing and shipping.

External Course Fees Updated: Oregon State University will take written comments on its proposed updates to OSU Standard 576-010 University Fees through the end of business on Friday, Oct. 20. The purpose of the comment period is to receive public feedback regarding updates to the Winter 2018 External Course Fees before they become effective Nov. 1. The proposed fees are available electronically as a pdf upon request. Comments or requests should be directed to Susan Barba at susan.barba@oregonstate.edu.

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Jobs

The Office of the Registrar is seeking a Project Manager for Student & Academic Services. This is a full- time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed term professional faculty position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Registrar. This is an Internal Employment Opportunity. Posting # P01638UF. Closes Oct. 5.

Education Program Assistant 1 – Oregon State University (OSU) Extension Service Family and Community Health (FCH) program invites applications for a part-time, .65 FTE (approximately 26 hours per week), Limited Duration (approximately 1 year), Education Program Assistant 1 (EPA1) in Columbia County. This position will be located in St. Helens, Oregon. This position will work as a member of a regional and statewide team in the FCH program (affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health and Human Sciences). Posting# P01187CT. Closes Oct. 5.

Academic Advisor – The College of Business invites applicants for a full time (1.0 FTE) 12-monthAcademic Advisor position. Posting#P01601UF. Closes Oct. 6.

The Office of Admissions is seeking an Assistant Director of Operations. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed term professional faculty position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Director. Posting #P01584UF. Closes Oct. 6.

The Office of Human Resources in the Auxiliaries & Activities Business Center (AABC) is seeking a Human Resources Consultant 1. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed term professional faculty position. Posting # P01613UF. Closes Oct. 6.

The College of Public Health and Human Sciences is seeking a Director of Student Engagement. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed term professional faculty position. Posting #PO162OUF. Full considerationOct. 10. Closes Oct. 18.

The department of University Relations and Marketing invites applications for a part-time (0.375 FTE), 12-month, Digital Content Strategist/Writer position. This position is anticipated to last 13 months. Posting #P00327AW. Oct. 10.

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Analyst Programmer, competency level 1, position for the Enrollment Management Information Technology at Oregon State University (OSU). Posting # P01186CT. Closes Oct. 11.

Administrative Program Assistant – The Office of International Admissions invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, Administrative Program Assistant. Posting #P01200CT. The date for full consideration of applications is Oct. 11. The position closes Oct. 18.

Newport Business Office Manager – The Agricultural Sciences and Marine Sciences Business Center invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, Business Office Manager position for their Newport Office. Posting #P01575UF. Closes Oct. 11. This position is located in Newport, Oregon.

PACE Program Coordinator – OSU Profession and Continuing Education invites applications for one full-time Program Coordinator. This position provides project management support for the Program Management team, setting up projects, maintaining schedules, ensuring deadlines are met and materials are distributed for non-degree certificate programs. This includes, but is not limited to, organizing and maintaining the PACE course schedule, working with outside vendors and PACE clients, counseling students, coordinating with the Marketing team, and supporting faculty and instructors. Posting #P01177CT. Closes Oct 11.

Manager, Employer Relations – The College of Business invites applicants for a full time (1.0 FTE) 12-month Manager, Employer Relations position. Posting #P01646UF. Full consideration date is Oct.r 13 and posting closes Oct. 20.

Academic Technologies at Oregon State University is recruiting for an Equipment Systems Specialist, Comp Level 2. This is a full-time 12 month position. Posting # P01202CT. Closes Oct. 13.

The Office of Precollege Programs invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, academic wage salaried position. This position is anticipated to last one year. Posting # P00325AW. Closes Oct. 13.

The Oregon State University College of Agricultural Sciences and the OSU Extension Service invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Assistant Professor of Practice, Extension Field Crops and Watershed Management position located in Malheur County, Oregon. Posting # P01591UF. Closes Oct. 13.

The Office of Financial Aid is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed term professional faculty position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Director. Posting #P01604UF. Closes Oct. 13.

Sous Chef – University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS) invites applications for a Sous Chef. This is a full-time, 12-month, fixed term, professional faculty positions, with reappointment at the discretion of the Director. Posting # P01602UF. Closes Oct 16.

Office Specialist – This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Office Specialist 1 position for the Tillamook County Extension Office at Oregon State University (OSU). This position will be located in Tillamook, Oregon. Posting #P01198CT. Closes Oct. 18.

4-H Youth Development Educator – The 4-H Youth Development Off Campus office is seeking a full-time, 12 month, 4-H Youth Development Educator position, affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health & Human Sciences. This position is located in Baker City, Baker County and reports to the Outreach and Engagement Regional Administrator. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Program Leader and the Regional Administrator. Posting# P01619UF. Closes Oct. 19.

4-H Youth Development Educator – Oregon State University Extension invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term, 4-H Youth Development Educator position, affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health & Human Sciences. The position is located in Heppner, Oregon in Morrow County, and reports to the Outreach and Engagement Regional Administrator (RA). Reappointment is at the discretion of the Regional Administrator in consultation with the 4-H Program Leader. Posting# P01606UF. Closes Oct. 20.

Chef de Cuisine – University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS) invites applications for a Chef de Cuisine. This is a full-time, 12-month, fixed term, professional faculty positions, with reappointment at the discretion of the Director. Posting # P01639UF. Closes Oct 22.

Supervisor-University Facilities/Operations: The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife (FW) is seeking a Facilities, Compliance, and Safety Manager. This person will serve in two primary capacities: (1) Facilities Manager and (2) Safety and Compliance Manager. Posting #P01597UF. Closes Oct. 22.

NEW! Outreach Program Coordinator – Oregon State University Extension invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term, 4-H Latino Outreach/At-Risk Youth Program Educator, affiliated with OSU’s College of Public Health & Human Sciences. The position is located in Corvallis in the Benton County Extension office, and reports to the Outreach and Engagement Regional Administrator (RA). Reappointment is at the discretion of the Regional Administrator in consultation with the 4-H Program Leader, and is contingent upon sufficient grant funding. Posting# P01653UF. Closes Oct. 25.

ABE Teacher The College Assistant Migrant Program (CAMP) is seeking an ABE Teacher. This is a part-time, .49 FTE, 9-month, fixed term professional faculty position. Posting # P01530UF. Closes June 30, 2018.

The OSU Alumni Association has two new opportunities Alumni Center Sr. Event Technician and Alumni Center Event Technician. The Alumni Center Sr. Event Technician is part of the Alumni Center team responsible for successful delivery of events at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. Additionally, this position is the lead worker and student workforce manager responsible for carrying out the day-to-day operations of the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. The Alumni Center Event Technician provides event and facility support to the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. To learn more and apply, visit: www.osufoundation.org

The Oregon State University Foundation has an new opportunity for a Facilities and Office Technician. This position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the Foundation’s Corvallis building, offices, and grounds, and for selected facilities activities in the Foundation’s Portland office. Learn more or apply at: www.osufoundation.org

The Oregon State University Foundation has an exciting opportunity for an Service Desk Support Technician (helpdesk) in Information Technology. This position will assist in the implementation and support of OSU Foundation IT systems by providing first level support for the ITS Service Desk responding to and addressing requests for assistance with technical problems and issues. The Service Desk Support Technician will provide support to all OSU Foundation offices, including the main Corvallis office, three offices on the OSU Corvallis campus, one office in Portland, and one office in Bend. Learn more or apply at: www.osufoundation.org

Web Development Student Internship. The OSU Foundation seeks an energetic and creative Oregon State student to join our talented Communications team as a Web Intern. This student position offers an exciting opportunity to increase your knowledge of website and multimedia development and digital communications processes, while building your professional portfolio. Projects will include building and editing web pages, multimedia features, and digital communications for the OSU Foundation. Up to 20 hours per week. Work must be completed onsite at the OSU Foundation office during regular business hours (8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday). Applicants must be current OSU students. This position is open immediately with preference given to applicants who have an interest in continuing work throughout the 2016-17 academic year. Work-study students are encouraged to apply. $10.25-12/hour. Apply at http://www.osufoundation.org/s/359/foundation/index.aspx?sid=359&gid=34&pgid=4481www.osufoundation.org

The Oregon State University Foundation has an exciting opportunity for an Athletic Development Events Student Worker on our Athletics Communication and Stewardship team. Under the direction of the Events Director, interns will observe and assist in projects related to event planning. Responsibilities include engaging in strategic planning for upcoming events, opportunity to innovate new fundraising events, researching potential venues, purchasing and organizing events supplies, crafting communication, assist with RSVP guest and invitation lists, tracking information, assist with on-site event execution including set-up, registration and breakdown, and other duties as needed.

Weather

Corvallis: “The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.” ~ Albert Einstein.Sunny, high of 74, low of 42. Sunny tomorrow.

Central Oregon: Sunny, high of 64, low of 36. Sunny tomorrow.

Newport: Sunny after morning fog, high of 71, low of 48. Sunny tomorrow.